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DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world with 45 terminals and 13 new developments across 29 countries*. Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of more than 30,000 serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.
DP World aims to enhance customers' supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo.
The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.
In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted "Best Seaport in the Middle East" for 14 consecutive years.
In 2007, DP World handled more than 43.3 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia - an increase of 18% on 2006. It has global capacity of more than 54 million TEU, which is set to increase significantly in coming years with a committed pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East. Capacity will rise to around 90 million TEU by 2017.
In addition to our marine terminals business, DP World also operates P&O Maritime Services, a specialist provider of maritime services to industry and government. It has operations worldwide from Australia to Ireland.
DP World is part of a larger group that includes P&F World, Nakheel, Istithmar and the holding company Dubai World. Close association with sister companies JAFZA and DC World means that DP World customers are able to benefit from an integrated approach to their business in Jebel Ali and a number of other ports worldwide.
*As at July 2008